26 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
Dekalb Daily Chronicle
Location
Dekalb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1920
Page
1
Disjointed notes describe burial arrangements for MacSwines and reference protests elsewhere. The fragmented OCR outlines mourning details, mentions hunger and political unrest, and hints at royal or national figures, but the core funeral plan remains to be observed quietly.
In the early hours thieves stole more than 5.5 worth of merchandise from Carlson & Benson, taking neckwear and lining stock after forcing the front door with a master key and loading items into a rear car. George Ward, night watch, notes back door was open after the heist and police were alerted.
Fragmentary OCR text reads as an obituary or notice about Sarah Bernhardt with scattered garbled words. Core readable items mention a birth or birthday reference and a public figure name. Unable to extract full event details or dates from the corrupted segment.
Fragmentary OCR recounts King Constantine’s era as Greece navigates turmoil. Mentions loss, battles, and political shifts with reference to the Greek throne and royal figures amid chaotic events.
The Denton housekeeper faces arrest as part of an inquiry linked to the case involving Aire RC Peete. Peete was found in a tomb near his home. the woman, then in Denver with her husband, disappeared the day she was to testify before the grand jury. District Attorney Waerlwine said the arrest aims to compel her to cooperate with the Denton authorities.
A note outlines a revised strategy for disposing of plant stock. Details stress efficiency and safety measures, with focus on cost savings and environmental compliance. Specific entities or dates are not provided in the readable text.
Washington officials announce a national offensive to curb liquor rings in Chicago, New York and other cities. Prohibition Commissioner John S. Kramer leads 2,009 officers backed by Attorney General Palmer and 7 district attorneys plus 100 US marshals. A border watch with 150,000 customs inspectors covers New England and Detroit, Florida and Texas as enforcement expands.
The city crews have begun the annual cleaning of sewers and gutters as rain eases the workload. Lev Small and other Reneblican candidates face the state offices as they push for completion before the season ends.
Conference focuses on dairy pricing and market factors affecting milk costs. Officials from agricultural agencies discuss supply, demand, and pricing strategies impacting farmers and consumers nationwide.
Weather permitting, workers will install ornamental lights on Locus Street between Pirxt and Linden Place. Commissioner Goodieen has supported the plan for some time and notes recent steps to free labor for the project. The ornamental lighting system will be completed with the addition.
The DeKalb County Medical Society held its regular meeting today at the DeKalb County infirmary located at Sycamore and Dinner followed by service by Mrs. James Dar-Well at 12:45. The program included “A Care of Adf icon's Disease” and lectures by Dr L. E Barton centered on pediatric topics.
Governor Cox travels in Huntington West Virginia on October 3rd outlining a plan to push ratification of the peace treaty via a compromise between Senator Hitchcock and Senator Locke. He says any agreement will be shaped by the senator’s guidance and stresses treaty ratification as vital for the United States.
Varreere Bologna reports the Cocchi murder case begins in Italy with Fred Cocchi charged in the killing of Beth Crager. Cocchi claims he confessed to protect his wife and his prior testimony was delayed for further investigation. The body was found in the showhouse basement. Weather forecasts predict showers to continue with colder air tonight.
Fragmented excerpts show Senator Harding and League leaders debating Article X and its role in the covenant. Differences over Article 16 and Article 19 are cited amid discussion of tariffs, reservations, and President Wilson’s interpretation during peace talks.
Readable text notes a local team practicing hard for a Saturday game against a college team. It mentions two fast teams with even matchups and players anticipating a tough contest, with emphasis on pushing to the limit during practice.
Road work to protect vehicles advances today with a trench dug near the western road. Three cars remain stuck in the hole after a driver knocked a red Lenterm into the gap, but the project is moving forward and the road is taking shape. Visibility will be ensured for motorists at all times.
Report of a fatal blast on a liner near Havre with five dead and five more injured. Salvage and medical teams shipped survivors to La France and a firefighting response contained the blaze. The liner will voyage to New York once repairs and investigations are completed.
A crowd of about 2566 greeted the Harmoney special in Milneis as it halted at the depot. Illinois Republicans on the train spoke for the party ticket, noting Charles E. Fuller and Rep. Richard Yates among others, and urging voters to elect the entire Republican slate on November 2.
Boy Scouts plan a routine meeting this evening at the parish hall on College Street. Members preparing for higher ranks will discuss merit badge work and troop activities beginning around 6 o clock.
Fragmentary dispatch notes efforts by Usied Pree Leedes to push talks toward ending a strike in England. The text appears garbled but indicates a focus on settlement proposals and miner involvement, with uncertain dates and terms.
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